Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 16, 2015

The technological advances of the past two decades have changed the world, and education is no exception. Students who use technology in the classroom perform better, and emerge from their educations better prepared for the challenges of adult life.

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Technology Laptops Secondary Tablets 150

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

Millions of students lack the ability to access the internet from home — a problem compounded by increasing expectations from educators that students do so to complete homework and research. . Fourteen percent of children ages 3 to 18 lack home internet access , according to National Center for Education Statistics data.

Broadband 363

Broadband E-rate Mobility Smartphone 363

Digital Promise

JANUARY 8, 2019

Most Americans agree that education is a national priority. public education system falls in the middle of international quality rankings. But let’s be clear: the problem with education in America is not lack of excellence. Education researchers and neuroscientists are learning more about how people learn.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 29, 2019

It removes barriers to learning materials, supports students where they are across varied learning contexts and needs, and gives educators more insight into the learning environments they’re creating. Students and educators have more tools to create a learning environment that fosters personalized learning.

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Accessibility Technology E-rate Data 335

Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2019

He reads e-books and takes courses using a tablet computer. She purchased tablets to offer short-term learning opportunities to transient inmates. By Rebecca Koenig From Public School to the Prison System Lopez is now working toward a doctorate in developmental education, but as an undergrad, she majored in theater.

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Tablets E-rate Khan Academy Study 162

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

When young children enter a virtual world of play, they’re most likely using apps on phones or tablets, according to a recent Common Sense Media analysis. The cognitive development expert says most of the research that does exist on early learners and gaming is focused on their experiences with apps on phones or tablets.

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Video E-rate Mobility Tablets 175

Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 6, 2024

Tips to Level Up Your Digital Magazine Creation Journey Be Consistent with your Publishing Make Content Interactive and Engaging Device-Specific Optimization Monetization and E-Commerce Develop a Native Reading App III. By using their smartphones or tablets, your readers can stay connected and receive immediate updates with each new issue.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Funds are available through the Every Students Succeeds Act (ESSA), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), E-rate program, and federal COVID relief funds like the CARES Act. Meanwhile, IDEA funding is unlikely to help, as schools already struggle to fund special education services.

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Technology E-rate Laptops Digital Divide 174

Kitaboo on EdTech

APRIL 29, 2024

It assists in creating and distributing digital content that works on a variety of platforms, including PCs, tablets, and smartphones. It powers dedicated e-readers, including Nook, Bookeen, and many more custom e-reading apps on iOS and Android. It supports reflowable ePUB content. Why Invest in an ePUB Reader SDK?

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eBook E-rate Android Software 52

Waterford

APRIL 6, 2021

Read on to learn more about the emotional and academic benefits of musical education. When a child is exposed to musical education from a young age, the parts of their brain that process sound, speech, reading, and language develop at an accelerated rate.[1] In addition, music education is linked to social-emotional development.

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Classroom E-rate Elementary Study 263

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

It started with a push for desktop computers which soon expanded to iPads and the wonderful apps (like art programs) that made tablets essential tools. Today’s focus is to give every student a digital device, much as kids used to be provided tablets and pencils. Not so with digital. Sally’s Kindergarten Class).

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eBook Khan Academy Tablets Chromebook 188

Hapara

APRIL 21, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Every school district needs to protect learners and educators as they navigate online, as well as protect the network and school devices. When IT staff adds a URL to the allowed list, learners and educators can access that website at any point.

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Software Digital Citizenship Social Media E-rate 245

ViewSonic Education

JULY 30, 2023

You can either have them mounted to the wall, placed on a trolley, or have an e-poster system for even more mobility of the display. 709 color accuracy, and an ultra-fast 3,840Hz refresh rate, the images produced are lifelike and just stunning. Some portable monitors are even more fragile than a standard tablet.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 14, 2017

We focus a lot on the K-12 system of the United States in our blog , and I thought it would be fun and interesting to explore how countries in the developing world are facing their specific educational challenges with blended learning models. The pilot generated positive results with the average successful pass rate being 86% across topics.

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E-rate Blended Learning Case Study Mobility 150

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. What is one positive effect technology has had on education?

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Technology Education Adaptive Learning Accessibility 73

Hapara

MAY 12, 2022

As educators, we have an obligation to create safe environments no matter where students learn. The federal Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) was enacted in 2000 and requires schools to have an internet safety policy in place to receive E-rate program discounts. educate them about digital citizenship .

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Digital Citizenship How To Internet Safety Hapara 243

Neo LMS

JANUARY 8, 2016

E-learning, for some, can be boring if they just stick to the “rules”. You know like, not expanding the already-existing e-learning concepts and techniques instructors and educators already know. Smartphones and tablets in classrooms can be used to enhance collaboration between students. .; (3)

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BYOD E-rate Khan Academy LMS 150

Vizor

JANUARY 29, 2024

Leverage E-rate, Title I, and other federal & state funds Make sure you take advantage of various funding sources available for technology in education. E-rate is a federal program that provides discounts on internet access and telecommunications services for schools.

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BYOD How To E-rate Chromebook 52

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Today’s students see themselves as digital natives , the first generation to grow up surrounded by technology like smartphones, tablets and e-readers. We’ve seen more investment in classroom technologies , with students now equipped with school-issued iPads and access to e-textbooks. Patricia A. Singer Trakhman , Ph.D.

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E-rate Learning Smartphone Tablets 215

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 4, 2024

Reflecting on this evolution, I’m struck by the radical changes that have shaped the educational environment, particularly in this early part of the 21st century. These reflections are not just an academic exercise but a practical one, aimed at understanding and adapting to the evolving dynamics of education.

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Classroom Khan Academy E-rate Internet Safety 120

EdTech4Beginners

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Digital media has a tremendous impact on young minds — in fact, it’s transforming the education system itself. Students receive personal devices, like a tablet or laptop, to use as part of the curriculum. Here’s how digital media has an impact in the classroom — and how it might shape the future of education.

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Classroom Laptops E-rate Social Media 176

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

And as video dominates online instruction, more educators need easy-to-use resources for video creation. Connected Nation bases the analysis in its “Connect K-12 2020 Executive Summary” on FCC E-Rate application data for the 2020 federal fiscal year. The broadband gap isn’t only a problem for remote learning.

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Broadband Report Video EdTech 172

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 19, 2024

In a world where digital resources are becoming increasingly integral to our learning and teaching methods, understanding and utilizing platforms like Audible can significantly enhance our educational experiences. Audible occasionally rolls out special offers where members can purchase additional credits at a discounted rate.

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Linways Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

ICT is a mode of education that uses information and communications technology to support, enhance, and optimise the delivery of information. The advancement of education technologies and digital content development tools has made personalised learning available to wider audiences. ICTs facilitate learning-to-learn skills.

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Education E-rate Mobility Assessment 81

Doug Levin

AUGUST 28, 2017

I recently revisited the central prediction of the influential 2008 book, Disrupting Class – that the growth in computer-based delivery of education will accelerate swiftly until, by 2019, half of all high school classes will be taught over the Internet – in two blog posts ( here and here ).

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EdTech Tablets Policies E-rate 150

Doug Levin

AUGUST 28, 2017

I recently revisited the central prediction of the influential 2008 book, Disrupting Class – that the growth in computer-based delivery of education will accelerate swiftly until, by 2019, half of all high school classes will be taught over the Internet – in two blog posts ( here and here ).

EdTech 150

EdTech Tablets Policies E-rate 150

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 14, 2018

Be Visible and Build Trust with Other Education Leaders. Remember, you want to help educators find a solution. Instead of replacing the computer lab, which was in the district’s plans, Battaglia spent the money to go one-to-one with tablets. Miller and Battaglia had 10 suggestions for IT leaders in small districts: 1.

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Education Superhighway

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

The students at Maine Consolidated had tablets and laptops to access digital literacy programs like Study Island and Kahn Academy but–because of an unreliable Internet connection and extremely low bandwidth–couldn’t use them. Revised E-rate RFP Strategy. Mark Williams. Leveraged Price Comparisons.

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Evelyn Learning

JUNE 7, 2023

A point raised by the National Center for Education Statistics states that an average student’s decision on whether they want to attend college or not is entirely up to their family finances. The education expenses are the biggest concern for freshers, which puts them in a dilemma “ Should I go to college or not” ? million students.

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How To Secondary Education E-rate 40

Neo LMS

APRIL 4, 2017

This means that sitting still for long periods of time — let alone concentrating in that period — is harder today for youngsters than ever, and also perhaps a contributor to such high rates of ADHD diagnoses. An incorrect seated posture can quickly lead to fatigue, neck and back strains and consequently a decline in focus and comfort.

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Outcomes E-rate Learning BYOD 177

Education Superhighway

APRIL 3, 2018

The number of devices like tablets, laptops, and smartphones your network is supporting. Here are three key funding sources that can help: The FCC’s federal E-rate program provides public schools and libraries with funding for Internet services.

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E-rate Broadband BYOD Smartphone 70

Edsurge

JANUARY 30, 2017

In many cases, the use of digital tools, platforms, and applications has helped to boost student engagement, grow pass rates, and increase retention. RCCC’s e-Text initiative has saved students up to 50 percent on the cost of their course materials, and has increased classroom engagement and retention. And it’s a good thing she did.

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Data E-rate Course Tablets 60

Marketplace K-12

AUGUST 30, 2016

Future revenue in the $33 billion e-learning market is expected to fall precipitously in the United States and internationally, but sales of other types of digital learning products are predicted to rise, according to a market research report released recently. Unstable Economies Impact E-Learning Market. percent and negative 1.1

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techlearning

MAY 14, 2018

of its award-winning education-focused E7000 IP-based paging and intercom system that debuted at InfoComm 2017. The multi-function NQ-GA10P is a PoE powered, plenum rated, 10-Watt VoIP intercom module that enables any standard analog speaker to be transformed into a VoIP intercom speaker. announced the introduction of version 2.0

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System E-rate Software Education 40

eSchool News

MAY 31, 2017

A major generational clash is underway, says a foremost expert, and it’s affecting all industries, including education. So what does that mean for educators? Already, K-12 schools are beginning to leverage the E-Rate for a digital transformation [read here and also here ]. Well, buckle up and hold on.

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eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2016

In this week’s news: 7 things you need to know now about E-rate changes. A bigger annual cap isn’t the only recent change to the E-rate program. I can’t fit all of this week’s news stories here, though, so feel free to visit eSchoolNews.com and read up on other news you may have missed.

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E-rate Tablets Mobility Learning 40

Marketplace K-12

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

A decline in personal computer sales in the worldwide K-12 education market may be linked to faltering economies in other countries, particularly Latin America, a new report finds. Similar forces are said to contribute to a tightening in the global, self-paced e-learning market.). In the United States, the outlook is somewhat rosier.

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E-rate Chromebook Microsoft Tablets 40